laticifer

 
Pronunciation: /laˈtɪsɪfə/

noun

Botany
  • a cell, tissue, or vessel that contains or conducts latex.

Derivatives

laticiferous

Pronunciation: /latɪˈsɪf(ə)rəs/
adjective

Origin:

mid 19th century: from Latin latex, latic- 'fluid' + -fer 'bearing'